The home app is designed to enhance the experience of patients and families at Stanford Children's Health by providing a variety of features aimed at facilitating healthcare management. One of the key functionalities is the "Find a Doctor" feature, which allows users to search for doctors within the network based on geographical location or zip code. With an intuitive user interface, patients can switch between list and map views to easily find physicians, review their profiles, and navigate to their offices using integrated Google Maps. Each profile contains extensive information, including their specialties, services, and board certifications, giving potential patients a comprehensive overview of the doctor's qualifications.
In addition to locating healthcare professionals, the app provides easy access to MyChart, enabling users to manage their health accounts securely. This section allows families to view test results and health information efficiently. Moreover, the app facilitates appointment scheduling by providing a direct calling feature to different clinics, streamlining the process for users seeking to connect with medical staff. Another notable feature is the Online Billing Manager, which simplifies the billing and payment process, allowing for payments without the need for a MyChart account, thus ensuring convenience and accessibility for all users.
The app also includes innovative tools for navigating the hospital campus, featuring 3D maps that offer real-time location tracking, significantly improving the experience for both patients and visitors. Furthermore, it promotes engagement through educational resources such as class registrations and a video library focused on enhancing the wellbeing of children and caregivers. Artistic initiatives like the SpellBound Interactive Mural also offer a unique augmented reality experience, allowing users to interact with ecological themes, enriching the hospital's environment and patient experience.
Additional functionalities within the home app cater to broader health needs, including the ability to schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments and access crucial information about the virus to improve community safety. The Grubhub integration allows users to order food directly from the hospital café, providing convenient meal options. Lastly, sections dedicated to patient health education, symptom checking, and access to blogs promote continued engagement and information sharing. Users also have the ability to customize their app experience through personalized settings, ensuring that they can tailor the features to suit their specific needs.